The University of Mississippi is a community of learning dedicated to nurturing excellence in intellectual inquiry and personal character in an open and diverse environment. As a voluntary member of this community:

I believe in respect for the dignity of each person

I believe in fairness and civility

I believe in personal and professional integrity

I believe in academic honesty I believe in academic freedom

I believe in good stewardship of our resources

I pledge to uphold these values and encourage others to follow my example.

Mission

The Office of the Dean of Students seeks to serve our students as a welcoming, independent, fair and non-judgmental advocate for guidance through expeditiously resolving allegations, disputes, complaints, appeals and other concerns within the campus community.